Are you ready for the new edition of ALDA+ training courses?
In 2026, ALDA+, through its Academy, launches a comprehensive training programme designed for practitioners, by practitioners, covering Project Cycle Management, funding opportunities, communication, and much more.
Each course combines hands-on learning with concrete experience, equipping participants with tools they can use immediately in their daily work.
Find the course that best suits you
Our courses are designed for a diverse audience — from local authorities and civil society organisations to universities and professionals, and, for selected modules, also for those approaching Project Cycle Management for the first time.
The ALDA+ Academy equips participants with practical skills, concrete tools, and the confidence needed to navigate EU funding and manage projects effectively, from the initial idea through to final reporting.
The ALDA+ Academy builds on years of experience in designing, implementing and coordinating EU-funded projects across multiple programmes and countries.
Each course is designed to be:
- Practical and directly applicable to daily professional work
- Aligned with current EU rules and trends, including upcoming frameworks
- Based on real challenges faced by local and civil society actors
Courses are delivered by experienced practitioners, combining technical expertise with daily field practice. Training sessions rely on real cases, templates, tools and methodologies developed within ALDA and ALDA+.
Beyond technical skills, participants benefit from the added value of ALDA’s European network: peer exchange, shared practices and a community of professionals working across Europe and beyond.
Curious to know more? Register here to attend the free introductory webinar on February 25, 2026!
ALDA+ Standard Training Courses for 2026
Spring Session (March – June 2026)
The Spring session represents the core training cycle for 2026 and includes all six standard ALDA+ courses, carefully planned and scheduled across the period.
Project Cycle Management
This course equips participants with the full set of tools required to design, structure and manage high-quality EU-funded projects, from the identification of local needs to implementation and monitoring. The training guides participants step by step through the entire project cycle, with a strong focus on transforming ideas into clear, fundable and well-managed projects.
Format and Practical Information:
- Delivery: Online, interactive sessions
- Language: English
- Price: €480.00
European Union Funding Programmes
This course provides participants with a clear, structured and strategic overview of European Union funding opportunities, supporting organisations in identifying the most relevant programmes and orienting themselves within the EU funding architecture.
Participants learn how to read, interpret and monitor funding opportunities and how to strategically align organisational priorities with available EU programmes. A dedicated module is also included to prepare participants for the upcoming Multiannual Financial Framework (MFF) 2028–2034.
Format and Practical Information:
- Delivery: Online, interactive sessions
- Language: English
- Price: €400.00
Financial Management of Funded Projects
This course aims to strengthen financial planning, budget management and compliance capacities for EU-funded projects. It equips participants with the practical knowledge and tools required to manage project finances responsibly, reduce risks and ensure full compliance with EU rules.
Even well-designed projects can fail without solid financial management. This training supports participants in building confidence when dealing with budgets, financial reporting and audits, ensuring the efficient and correct use of project resources throughout the project lifecycle.
Format and Practical Information:
- Delivery: Online, interactive sessions
- Language: English
- Price: €300.00
European Commission Portals
This course supports participants in confidently navigating the digital platforms used by the European Commission to apply for and manage EU grants. As an increasing number of procedures are handled online, the training focuses on building practical, hands-on skills for using EU project portals efficiently and correctly.
The course is designed for organisations and professionals that may have strong project ideas but require support with the technical and procedural aspects of EU funding systems.
Format and Practical Information:
- Delivery: Online, interactive sessions
- Language: English
- Price: €200.00
Communication and Dissemination of EU-Funded Projects
This course provides participants with the knowledge and practical tools needed to communicate EU-funded projects professionally, effectively and in full compliance with EU visibility and communication requirements.
Strong communication and dissemination are essential to ensure that project results reach their intended audiences and demonstrate impact. This training supports participants in developing realistic, strategic and impact-oriented communication approaches throughout the project lifecycle.
Format and Practical Information:
- Delivery: Online, interactive sessions
- Language: English
- Price: €150.00
Multiannual Financial Framework (MFF): Understanding EU Budget Priorities
This course introduces participants to the Multiannual Financial Framework (MFF) — the European Union’s long-term budgetary framework that shapes funding priorities, programmes and spending rules over a seven-year period.
The training helps participants understand how the MFF is structured, how political priorities are translated into funding programmes, and what changes organisations should anticipate in the transition towards the MFF 2028–2034. Particular attention is given to emerging policy priorities, budgetary shifts, and their implications for local authorities and civil society organisations.
Format and Practical Information:
- Delivery: Online, interactive sessions
- Language: English
- Price: €70.00
Want to learn more or get your questions answered?
Join our free introductory webinar on 25 February 2025
The webinar will:
- Present the ALDA+ Academy and its training philosophy
- Introduce the 2026 courses
- Answer participants’ questions
- Open to beginners and experienced EU project practitioners alike.